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A short distance from the Center is an Amish settlement. Examine their history, lifestyle, religious traditions, dress, food, education, quilts and crafts. Who are the Plain People? Why do they live as they do? Includes field trip to their community.

Native American in Wisconsin

A member of the Ho-Chunk Nation will share the histories and cultures of the tribes that call Wisconsin home. Their struggles through failed Federal policies and self-determining successes will provide understanding needed for these indigenous people.

Peoples of Wisconsin

Wisconsin is a mix of cultures ranging from Native Americans to 21st Century Immigrants. Via lively lectures, discussion, audio and visual examples, a Folk Arts Historian will reveal the music, dance, crafts, stories and food of Wisconsin’s people.

Due to the nature of this program, listening devices are not available.

Activity Notes

Some walking during field trips; mostly even terrain, mild inclines/declines.Coordinated by Green Lake Conference Center.

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